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"Zaree Khasab" Tourism Project in Musandam Highlights Omani Heritage Khasab, 14 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- The "Zaree Khasab" project in Musandam Governorate embodies a unique tourism experience that merges the charm of the location with the depth of cultural memory. The project seeks to enhance the governorate's position on the global tourism map by providing interactive cultural content that showcases local heritage in a manner that resonates with diverse cultures. Eng. Iman Saleh Al Salti, the project owner, told Oman News Agency (ONA) that the project was established in 2012 with ...

Musandam Discovery Diving Centre: An Omani Project Transforming Deep Sea Into Global Tourist Destination Khasab, 13 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- The "Musandam Discovery Diving Centre" in the Governorate of Musandam stands out as a model for ambitious national projects that have successfully transformed a passion for the marine environment into a leading institution promoting Omani tourism and attracting diving enthusiasts from across the globe. Badr Mohammed Al Shehhi, owner of the Musandam Discovery Diving Centre, shared with Oman News Agency (ONA) that his beginnings were rooted in the ...

HH The Honourable Lady Visits Sultan Faisal bin Turki Road, Aymas Development Project in Musandam Khasab, 11 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- Her Highness the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Oman today conducted a visit to the Sultan Faisal bin Turki Road project and the Aymas Development Project in the Musandam Governorate. During the visit, the Honorable Lady viewed a visual presentation detailing the progress and readiness of the Sultan Faisal bin Turki Road project. This vital infrastructure development serves as a strategic link between ...

HH The Honourable Lady Inaugurates Khasab Hospital in Musandam Governorate Khasab, 11 Jan 2026 (ONA) --- Her Highness the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Omangraced the official opening ceremony of Khasab Hospital today. This project is part of the nation’s ongoing efforts to develop the health sector, strengthen the healthcare system, and provide advanced medical services to citizens and residents of the Musandam Governorate. Upon The Honourable Lady’s arrival at Khasab Hospital, folk art troupes from the Musandam ...

Musandam Governor: Khasab Hospital Represents a Qualitative Leap in Healthcare ServicesKhasab, 10 Jan 2026 (ONA) — The inauguration of Khasab Referral Hospital in the Governorate of Musandam marks a new stage in the path of healthcare development, translating national approaches aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the healthcare system and modernizing its infrastructure. This reinforces the principle of equity in healthcare delivery and aligns with aspirations for comprehensive development and improving the quality of life for citizens and residents.Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor ...

HH The Honourable Lady to Grace Official Inauguration of Khasab Hospital TomorrowKhasab, 10 Jan 2026 (ONA) — Her Highness the Honourable Lady Assayida Ahd Abdullah Hamed Al Busaidi, Spouse of the Sultan of Oman will grace the official inauguration of Khasab Hospital in the Governorate of Musandam tomorrow Sunday.The event coincides with His Majesty the Sultan’s Accession Day.— Ends/AH ...

Residential Units Delivered, Land Plots Granted, Contracts Signed in Kumzar, Musandam Khasab, 5 January 2025 (ONA) --- As part of the Social Housing Programme, 17 residential units were recently handed over to eligible citizens within the context of Kuwair Residential Scheme project being implemented in Kumzar village, Wilayat of Khasab, Musandam Governorate. The ceremony also saw the granting of 30 residential land plots to citizens and the signing of 8 investment usufruct contracts within the project scheme. The ceremony was held under the auspices of Dr. Khalfan ...

Musandam’s Natural and Tourism Assets Make it a Destination for Many Visitors Khasab, 31 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- The number of tourists visiting Khasab Port in the Musandam Governorate during the current winter season reached 35,073 as of mid-December 2025. These visitors arrived via 27 cruise ships, with expectations for a further increase in both tourist numbers and vessel arrivals during the remaining months of the 2025/2026 winter season. By comparison, the previous winter season recorded 63,781 tourists arriving via 45 cruises from various Gulf, Arab, European, and Asian ...

Musandam Municipality Council Discusses Service, Development Projects Khasab, 9 Dec 2025 (ONA) --- The Municipal Council in Musandam Governorate discussed a set of service and development proposals that contribute to enhance the infrastructure in the governorate. It reviewed improvements to communications services in the Wilayat of Khasab, in addition to proposals for developing the waterfronts of coastal villages in the wilayat. During its meeting held today under the chairmanship of Ahmed Mohammed Al Kamzari, Vice Chairman of the Council, the Council reviewed a proposal for ...

Awareness Event on HPV, HIV Held in MusandamKhasab, 7 Dec 2025 (ONA) — The Ministry of Health today organized an awareness event on the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) at the Khasab Sports and Cultural Club, under the patronage of Dr. Ahmed Salim Al Mandhari, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health for Planning and Health Regulation.The event's program included a series of specialized lectures, interactive activities, and an awareness health exhibition, in addition to a presentation of community initiatives implemented by employees of the Directorate ...

First Edition of Kumzar Festival Enriches Winter Season, Celebrates Cultural Heritage Khasab, 25 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- A activities and programmes of the first edition of Kumzar Festival, held as part of Musandam Governorate’s winter season events, is garnering a large public presence and interaction. The festival, which concludes tomorrow, Wednesday 26 November 2025, offers an opportunity to highlight the unique legacy of Kumzar. The festival celebrates the sea village’s cultural heritage through folklore performances featuring a blend of authenticity and ...

Musandam Youth Forum with Future Visions Khasab, 19 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- The "Musandam Youth Forum 2025" program concluded today, with wide participation from Musandam youth across various specialties and fields, and in the presence of a number of officials and representatives of government entities.The event was organized by the Directorate of Culture, Sports and Youth in Musandam Governorate. The forum comes within the efforts of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth to enhance youth participation in national development and provide wider spaces for dialogue and interaction ...

Musandam Governorate Signs MoU to Enhance Partnership in Various Fields Muscat, 19 Nov 2025 (ONA) --- The Office of the Governor of Musandam today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a local company to enhance partnership and exchange expertise in the technical, developmental, and administrative fields, thereby supporting the development process in the Governorate. The MoU aims to establish a general framework for cooperation between the two parties in a number of areas, most notably implementing joint initiatives in social, economic, tourism, environmental, and ...

Environment Authority Documents Nesting Sites of Ospreys in Musandam Governorate Khasab, 12 Nov (ONA) --- The Environment Authority recently conducted a field study to monitor and document the nesting sites of ospreys in the Governorate of Musandam. The study was part of the Environment Authority’s ongoing efforts to enhance programmes ofmarine biodiversity conservation in the Sultanate of Oman.The osprey is a large bird of prey, distinguished for its white head, brown wings, powerful talons and yellowish eyes. It typically inhabits coastal areas and adjoining islands, ...

Khasab Port Receives Tourist Cruise Ship Khasab, 11 Nov (ONA) – The Port of Khasab in the Musandam Governorate today received a cruise ship with 2,472 tourists onboard from different countries of the world, in addition to 952 crew members. The vessel’s welcoming ceremony included folklore performances and the opening of an exhibition of handicrafts made by local families and owners of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Besides meeting the aspirations of tourist, the exhibition aimed to support entrepreneurs from the governorate. The tourists ...

Daba Waterfront Development Project Reaches 98.5% Completion Daba, 9 Nov (ONA) --- The Daba Waterfront Development Project in Wilayat of Daba has achieved a 98.5% completion rate, with final implementation scheduled for conclusion within the current year (2025). This initiative represents a key component of the government's comprehensive development strategy to capitalize on the natural and coastal resources abundant throughout the Governorate of Musandam. Executed by the Musandam Governor's Office with support from OQ Exploration and Production, this strategic ...

Musandam Governorate Signs Agreement to Develop Khasab Square Khasab, 6 Nov (ONA) --- An agreement to finance the development of Khasab Square was signed today with Oman LNG company. Inked in the Wilayat of Khasab in Musandam Governorate, the agreement aims to make Khasab Square an urban landmark that reflects the tourist identity of Musandam Governorate. The agreement was signed by Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam, and Dr. Amor Nasser al-Matani, Chief Executive Officer of Oman LNG Development Foundation. The agreement aims to develop ...

Musandam Governorate Advances Rapidly in Implementing Development Projects Khasab, 4 Nov (ONA) --- Musandam Governorate receives special attention from His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik. Plans were laid out in the recent past to establish a qualitative leap in developing the Governorate's performance as decentralized institutions with administrative and financial independence and granted prerogatives, enabling them to participate in the planning process and drive economic and social development in the Governorate. Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam, said ...

Fish Landing Sites in Ghumda and Al Jari Enhance Future of Fisheries in Musandam Bukha, 2 Nov (ONA) --- The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources is exerting intensive efforts to develop fish landing sites as part of its strategic plans aimed at developing and enhancing the sustainability of the fisheries sector. These sites are considered fundamental pillars of the fisheries infrastructure in the Sultanate of Oman, representing one of the most important links between fishing, production, and marketing operations. They form the starting point for developing fish ...

Madayn Signs Agreement to Establish Construction Materials Complex in Mahas Industrial City Khasab, 22 Oct (ONA) --- Mahas Industrial City in the Wilayat of Khasab, under the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates "Madayn," has executed an investment agreement with Musandam Global Investment to develop the Mahas Construction Materials Complex. The project will occupy 106,827 square meters with a total investment commitment of RO 4 million. The signing ceremony was held under the patronage of Sayyid Ibrahim bin Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam. Mubarak bin ...

Fourth Leg of "Scientific Caravans" Program Launches in Musandam Governorate Khasab, 21 Oct (ONA) --- The fourth leg of the "Scientific Caravans" program for 2025 launched in the Wilayat of Khasab, Musandam Governorate today. Organized by the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, the initiative represents part of the Ministry's continued efforts to disseminate knowledge and promote scientific awareness and innovation throughout Oman's governorates. The opening ceremony was held under the patronage of Sayyid Ibrahim bin Said Al Busaidi, Governor of ...

Final Phase of Marine Mammal Survey Project Begins in MusandamKhasab, 19 Oct (ONA) — The Environment Authority has commenced the final phase of its marine mammal species survey project in Musandam Governorate, which will continue until 31 October. This effort is part of the Authority’s ongoing work to conduct environmental surveys and monitoring within the boundaries of the National Nature Park in Musandam.The survey aims to establish a scientific database that contributes to enhancing marine environmental conservation and management efforts, identifying the types of marine mammals, their ...

Intensive Preparations Underway to Welcome Tourist Season in MusandamKhasab, 15 Oct (ONA) — The Department of Heritage and Tourism in Musandam Governorate is preparing to welcome the tourist season through a series of measures and plans aimed at ensuring a distinguished tourism experience for visitors and enhancing the governorate's status as a prominent tourist destination.Nawfal Mohammed Al Kamzari, Assistant Director of the Department of Heritage and Tourism in Musandam Governorate, stated that the most prominent preparations include intensifying field inspection campaigns on tourism ...

New Lease on Life: Rescued Arabian Lynx Returns to Musandam MountainsKhasab, 28 Sep (ONA) — The Environment Authority in Musandam Governorate has successfully rehabilitated and released a young Arabian lynx (locally known as Al Hamra'a) back into its natural mountain habitat, marking a new achievement in the field of wildlife protection.A team of specialists from the Authority had spotted the animal during their periodic monitoring tours within the Natural National Park Reserve. The animal showed signs of exhaustion due to hunger and thirst, prompting the team to immediately implement ...

Musandam Governorate Concludes First Strategic Forum Khasab, 25 Sep (ONA) --- The First Strategic Forum of Musandam Governorate concluded today. The forum, organized by the Governor's Office, aimed to frame the projects for the Eleventh Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) and featured broad community participation. The forum included a review and analysis of 119 projects distributed across five main themes: Spatial Economy and Investment, Environmental Sustainability, Infrastructure and Welfare Components, National Competency Development, and Quality of Services and Community ...

Musandam Governorate Launches Inaugural Strategic ForumKhasab, 23 Sep (ONA) — The inaugural Musandam Strategic Forum commenced today in the Wilayat of Khasab the patronage of Sayyid Ibrahim Said Al Busaidi, Governor of Musandam.The 3-day forum serves as a unique strategic platform aimed at formulating comprehensive future visions for Musandam and enhancing its presence on the developmental and economic map of the Sultanate of Oman, aligning with the priorities of Oman Vision 2040. It focuses on key pillars including sustainable development, infrastructure, the blue economy, tourism, ...

Pharmacy Forum Begins in Musandam Governorate Khasab, 23 Sep (ONA) --- The activities of a Pharmacy Forum began today in the Wilayat of Khasab in Musandam Governorate, in celebration of the World Pharmacists Day, under the slogan "Think health, Think pharmacist." The forum is organized as part of the efforts of the Directorate of Pharmacy and Medical Warehouses in Musandam Governorate to highlight the vital role of pharmacists as a fundamental pillar of the healthcare system. The forum serves as a platform for communication between pharmacists and the community, an opportunity ...

Musandam Governorate to Host First Strategic Forum Khasab, 17 Sep (ONA) --- Musandam Governorate will host its First Strategic Forum this Tuesday. The event, organized by the Musandam Governor’s Office, will see wide participation from senior officials, decision-makers, experts, and researchers from across Oman. The forum will serve as a high-level platform to discuss the governorate's future development trajectory and strengthen its position as a promising economic and tourism hub within the national development framework of Oman Vision 2040. The forum aims to align local ...

Completion Rate in Musandam Center for Culture, Innovation Reaches 78pc Khasab, 3 Sep (ONA) --- The completion rate of the Musandam Center for Culture and Innovation project in the Wilayat of Khasab has reached 78%. The project is being constructed on an area of 10,500 square meters, with a built-up area of 2,733 square meters. Abdullah Ahmed Al Shehi, Assistant Head of the Musandam Governor’s Office, stated that the project aims to establish an integrated, multipurpose complex serving the local community in the fields of education, culture, environment, sports, tourism, and ...

Musandam Dive Exploration Center Awarded Prestigious PADI 5-Star Dive Resort Certification Khasab, 31 Aug (ONA) — The Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) has awarded the Musandam Dive Exploration Center a 5-Star Dive Resort certification, recognizing its commitment to the highest standards of professionalism in dive education and the delivery of world-class tourism services. This achievement marks a qualitative leap for the center, elevating its specialized diving training and education programs while reflecting its dedication to sustainability ...